Overview of Spider Species in the United States
As of 2021, there are over 48,000 spider species in the world. Around 3,000 of the species can be found in the United States. Spiders are classified under the order Araneae in the class Arachnida. Other arachnids that are not spiders are for example harvestmen and ticks. Araneae are divided into two suborders: Mesothelae and […]
Spiders are fascinating animals. They are highly adaptable and are found in all types of habitats and around the globe. Antartica is the only continent without spiders. Some species have developed fascinating capabilities and techniques while others are simply fascinating by their appearance. In this article, we have compiled an overview of the most fascinating […]
Even though ony few spider species in the U.S. and around the world are actually harmful for larger pets or humans, many of us are still scared. And even if you might not be one of these people, you still might not like the little creatures crawling around your house. Peppermint oil spray for spiders […]
The specific terms used on this site may sometimes seem a little confusing if you are new to spiders. This page gives a quick overview of the spider anatomy and the most common terms. Spider Anatomy Overview The following image shows the different body parts of a spider and what they are called:
Did you find a spider in the U.S and you would like to identify it? Then you are at the right place. This page will help you identify your spider. Simply read through the content on this site and answer the questions below, and you will hopefully identify your spider. If not, you can still […]
Arachnophobia is one of the most common phobias in the United States. The Fear of Spiders and other arachnids! But just why is it we are afraid of spiders? How do we get over those fears? When I was a kid, my friend and I used to collect spiders. We had our jar and we […]
I have been getting a lot of emails lately about spiders, more often than not Wolf Spiders people find in their houses. It is that time of year when in many species, males will start to wander, looking for a mate. Often, while they are roaming about, with the weather cooling off, they are drawn […]
